Jeans in the gym

[FameGirl]

Originally Posted by javyn

I can see the reasoning to not wear jeans to preserve the equipment due to studs by the pockets, etc...otherwise, who cares?

But to suggest people who wear jeans aren't serious about their workout? What the hell? I think if you are judging what someone else is wearing at the gym, then YOU ARE THE ONE not serious about the workout.

Do you busybodies REALLY worry about what people wear at the gym? I bet a bunch of you ladies lose sleep over that don't you? I bet these "gyms" you go to don't allow grunting either huh. ROFL

Yes, I wear jeans when I work out. NO, I don't go to a gym, because honestly, I think people go to them to be noticed rather than work out, and posts like this kind of prove it to me.

No, my jeans don't "restrict" my movement, I can squat just fine with them, and the rivets haven't damaged any of my equipment in the years I've been using them.

Unbelievable attitudes here. I guess everyone just has different priorities. I work out to get stronger and bigger, not to participate in a fashion show.

LOL serious? The point is that most jeans are restricting, not-breathable, and seem damn uncomfortable. It has nothing to do with the look, it's the fact that it's not really appropriate gym attire! Okay, i can see some loose jeans for an occasional workout, but when i see people wearing them at my gym, they're pretty form fitting. That's good that you have loose fitting jeans, but i have never experienced a pair of jeans i would be able to comfortably squat in, and that was the point. ...fashion show? wtf?

[guest89]

Originally Posted by FameGirl

LOL serious? The point is that most jeans are restricting, not-breathable, and seem damn uncomfortable. It has nothing to do with the look, it's the fact that it's not really appropriate gym attire! Okay, i can see some loose jeans for an occasional workout, but when i see people wearing them at my gym, they're pretty form fitting. That's good that you have loose fitting jeans, but i have never experienced a pair of jeans i would be able to comfortably squat in, and that was the point. ...fashion show? wtf?

I think his point is people here are complaining/ridiculing/judging people who wear jeans to the gym. In reality it has absolutely no effect on anyone here.



If I went into the gym and started working out naked so it'd be more "comfortable" who here would complain? After all it'd be the most non-restricting, breathable, and comfortable.



With that I've a business idea... Nude Gyms anyone?

[javyn]

Yeah you just contradicted yourself. First you say it has nothing to do with the look, then immediately after say it's not "appropriate" attire. Seems my "fashion show" comment was right on.

It's a gym.... the reasons people should go to a gym are blood, sweat, and iron. Not to spend time at an aesthetically pleasing environment. And even if someone wears jeans that are too form fitting...so what? How does that effect you or anyone else there in any way? (aside from damaging the equipment, which again, I've never seen or experienced ever)

What next? Gyms that kick people out and revoke memberships for grunting because it can be seen as offensive to some busybodies? Oh wait....that's already happening.

My point is that it's a gym, not a day spa. If you can't handle it, shut it and go sign up with Curves.

[martina92685]

There is almost nothing worse than sweating in a pair of jeans. It is so uncomfortable! I can't imagine working out in jeans...as I can barely walk outside and sweat in them

Yuck.

Seriously, the thought makes me shudder. hahaha

[javyn]

Last I checked the guys mowing my yard in the 100 degree Texas sun weren't exactly wearing lycra....hahahha

[FameGirl]

Originally Posted by javyn

Yeah you just contradicted yourself. First you say it has nothing to do with the look, then immediately after say it's not "appropriate" attire. Seems my "fashion show" comment was right on.

I'm saying it's not appropriate based on your average person's idea of comfortable. It's not like i said "omg look at mr gucci, what is this? the runway?", i just said it look uncomfortable. Calm down.

[Rann]

They're in the gym instead of on the sofa watching TV. Why nitpit what they're wearing?

[John Prophet]

a certain % of guys who wear jeans are definitely the "upper body only" types. jeans/wife beater/bandana on head/tats

on occasion even "full body" guys wear jeans or even khakis on upperbody days


Its funny, u wouldnt think mens clothes would be scrutinized so much....but I have gotten comments no matter what I have worn to the gym. Like if u actually wear matchign colors or something, soem guy with holy shorts and a stained wife beater cant resist makign some comment. (yes, somewhat redneckish gym at times)

I get comments because I wear some light cologne....I guess its more appropriate to just outright stink in a gym? Im sure my clients would appreciate it.


I did basically, in a nice way, tell one of my clients he needed to wear a different pair of sweats or soemthing....that his current pair made one wonder exactly where all those stains came from and what they were etc, lol. It was my nice way oof implying "u look like u pissed yourself multiple times dude". Basically I told him I had some matches if he wanted to burn them.

[FameGirl]

Originally Posted by John Prophet

I get comments because I wear some light cologne....I guess its more appropriate to just outright stink in a gym? Im sure my clients would appreciate it.

As long as you don't dump it on yourself before you head out of the locker room. I swear some guys at my gym do, and a couple times i ended up having a horrible workout becuase i couldn't breathe.

[John Prophet]

Originally Posted by FameGirl

As long as you don't dump it on yourself before you head out of the locker room. I swear some guys at my gym do, and a couple times i ended up having a horrible workout becuase i couldn't breathe.

on the other hand..some people should get a free hygeine kit

[SexyChic]

And for the record....contrary to popular belief, cologne does not hide the smell of B.O. *gag*

[John Prophet]

lol, I dont even understand anyone being anti-cologne. I just simply dont get it. Ill let it go though, lol

I work a full time job...then I come home and shower/shave/deodorant/cologne b4 the gym. I am sure thats too much for people to handle so I apologize. Maybe id be better off to keep it real and just come train people with 8-10 hrs of work smell on me. I mean, ANYTHING would be better than smelling nice

[guest89]

Originally Posted by John Prophet

lol, I dont even understand anyone being anti-cologne. I just simply dont get it. Ill let it go though, lol

I work a full time job...then I come home and shower/shave/deodorant/cologne b4 the gym. I am sure thats too much for people to handle so I apologize. Maybe id be better off to keep it real and just come train people with 8-10 hrs of work smell on me. I mean, ANYTHING would be better than smelling nice

As long as the smell isn't too strong I'd imagine its all good... I usually wear a scented deodorant... It smells nice, but to actually smell it ya gotta be within kissing/hugging distance.

[SexyChic]

I have done cardio next to people wearing cologne/perfume (a bit too much for the gym!) and I seriously get dizzy/sick.....

[Denver Ice]

How the hell can u seriously work out in Jeans?
I sweat like a pig with shorts so I would be wearing them as second skin by the end of my workout...
Not to mention doing leg work,..

[faisji]

Originally Posted by SexyChic

And for the record....contrary to popular belief, cologne does not hide the smell of B.O. *gag*

Isn't it the case the you have a variety of smells so you can concentrate on the cologne rather than the festering cheese.

[Amanda76]

Originally Posted by javyn

Last I checked the guys mowing my yard in the 100 degree Texas sun weren't exactly wearing lycra....hahahha

That would be a sight to see...but I bet they'd be wearing a lot less than they do if they didn't have to worry about the mower throwing up rocks and sticks and God knows what the heck else. They might be a little concerned about sun exposure too. I don't see a lot of people wearing jeans while they're sweating out summer days around here unless they work outside and don't want to be dragging their naked legs through brush or something like that. It's more about protecting the skin than comfort in those cases (just my opinion, of course).

[SexyChic]

Originally Posted by faisji

Isn't it the case the you have a variety of smells so you can concentrate on the cologne rather than the festering cheese.

No it's not either the cologne or the bad smell...... It's both combined for a double touchdown slam on my nose.

[Denver Ice]

Originally Posted by SexyChic

I have done cardio next to people wearing cologne/perfume (a bit too much for the gym!) and I seriously get dizzy/sick.....

Yeah
That priceless blend of sweat and sweet perfume...
Too much!
Reminds me of this girl in Tijuana....LOL

[Araj]

You know all Jeans aren't made inflexible and stuff.

[PLANETGETLOW]

Originally Posted by SexyChic

No it's not either the cologne or the bad smell...... It's both combined for a double touchdown slam on my nose.

AAAAAAaahahahahahhaa........yucker

[GraceGirl]

It's definitely crazy, but I can understand why men might wear jeans over women, since most men go to the gym to lift, while women lift and tend to do more cardio.

I've lifted in jeans at home when I wanted a quick workout and was crunched for time. I've also lifted in my underwear. Ha!!

[Jakelab06]

I've worn jeans a few times on upperbody days. Never when I was running. But Honestly I dont sweat much, and for sure my legs don't sweat in jeans. "I work outside all the time all day with a long sleeve shirt and jeans. I can run 2miles in close to twenty mins barely breaking a sweat. Some people are different, not every guy sweats alot. My white ass legs are more distracting than me wearing jeans.

[camaleom]

Originally Posted by GraceGirl

It's definitely crazy, but I can understand why men might wear jeans over women, since most men go to the gym to lift, while women lift and tend to do more cardio.

I've lifted in jeans at home when I wanted a quick workout and was crunched for time. I've also lifted in my underwear. Ha!!

x2

If u are going to lift am sure u dont need short unless u are wearing tight jean!

if u guys want to laugh go to my gym on friday and u can see all the MACHO MEN doing curls and bech pressing at same time for 20 minutes LOL

[javyn]

Again, I don't know what the deal is here. Even on my leg days jeans are no problem, they don't hinder me in any way. Then again, I don't do lunges, that's the only thing I can think of being a prob with em.

As far as sweating....well you'll sweat no matter what you are wearing hopefully. Don't see what the big deal about sweating in jeans is. People do it all the time. Refer to my yardwork example in an earlier post.

[Ridge4120]

I only see men in jeans, and I see at least one to two everyday. I've even seen a guy in work clothes!! I just can't imagine wearing either. I like to be comfortable and have nothing holding me back.

[SpittfireDA]

I think it depends on what muscle group you're working out. I've been crunched for time and had to work out in uniform on my lunch break ... not exactly my choice of workout attire.

I'll lift anything but legs in that case, and that's b/c you can't lunge in boots.

Other than that, I don't usually notice what other people wear at the gym.

[norinicole]

Originally Posted by sparklebear00

There is almost nothing worse than sweating in a pair of jeans. It is so uncomfortable! I can't imagine working out in jeans...as I can barely walk outside and sweat in them

x2. I actually thought of this thread yesterday when I was walking home and cursing myself for wearing jeans. I was sweaty, and they were sticking, and it was gross.

Originally Posted by FameGirl

As long as you don't dump it on yourself before you head out of the locker room. I swear some guys at my gym do, and a couple times i ended up having a horrible workout becuase i couldn't breathe.

I've been at the gym before and this guy REAKED of baby powder!! Baby powder?! WTF?! He was at least 10ft away and that's all I could smell.

Originally Posted by faisji

Isn't it the case the you have a variety of smells so you can concentrate on the cologne rather than the festering cheese.

LMAO @ festering cheese.

Originally Posted by GraceGirl

I've lifted in jeans at home when I wanted a quick workout and was crunched for time. I've also lifted in my underwear. Ha!!

Working out in underwear is the best! I'm much more comfortable with the less amount of clothing I'm wearing when working out.

[katsbod]

Jeans is gym is sooo slutty... why do girls get dressed to go to the gym? to impress guys- well thats pretty sad

[justagirl]

so yesterday i was at the gym and this guy strolls in with jeans AND a denim jacket and i laughed to myself and immediately thought of this thread

he turned out to be a repair guy for the a/c =\